The correct answer is (a) Section 2(w).
The term âvictimâ is defined in the Criminal Procedure Code under Section 2(w) as follows:
âVictimâ means any person who has suffered any harm, including physical, mental, emotional, or economic harm, or injury to his or her reputation, arising out of an offence.â
Section 2(w) was inserted by the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013. The amendment was made in order to provide for the protection of victims of crime. The amendment also provides for the establishment of a Victim Compensation Fund to provide financial assistance to victims of crime.
The other options are incorrect. Option (b), Section 2(wa), does not define the term âvictimâ. Option (c), Section 2(v), defines the term âaccusedâ. Option (d), None of these, is also incorrect.